New
17 Sep 2007
In its recent development a new group of 8 members have been established to discuss the issues pertaining to the successful conclusion of WTO’s Doha Development round.
The members comprise the old G6 (the United States, European Union, Brazil, India, Japan and Australia) plus Argentina and Canada.
Diplomats from some of the eight WTO members are playing down the political significance of the group. However, delegations from some other countries are concerned at the lack of information and transparency regarding the getting together of the eight members, their objectives and role.
For the detailed report by Martin Khor <Click here>
Resource: TWN Info Service on WTO and Trade Issues
Released on: 17 September 2007

